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Can shingles cause red, itchy, and painful blisters?

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Dr. J. N. Naidu

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Published At August 11, 2023
Reviewed AtAugust 28, 2023

Patient's Query

Hello doctor,

I am a male experiencing red, itchy, and painful blisters in my body since last month. I am worried that it is shingles.

Kindly help.

Answered by Dr. J. N. Naidu

Hello,

I appreciate you signing up on icliniq.com.

You now have exclusive access to expert medical opinion.

It can be possible that it is shingles. I would like to know if you suffered from chicken pox earlier or long ago.

Let us know the details of the location and long-distance pictures so that they can be evaluated properly and for suggesting appropriate treatment.

I hope this has helped you.

Thank you.

Patient's Query

Hello doctor,

Thank you for the reply.

I had suffered from chicken pox a long time ago.

Answered by Dr. J. N. Naidu

Hello,

Welcome back to iclinq.com.

I suggest you follow a few instructions mentioned below.

  1. Take tablet Valacyclovir 1 gm. Take the tablet twice daily for five days.

  2. Use Calamine lotion for local applications.

  3. Take tablet Acetaminophen 500 mg. Take the tablet twice daily for three days after food if there is pain.

Kindly consult a specialist, talk to them, and take medications with their consent.

Also, suggest you get reviewed after five days.

Thank you.

Patient's Query

Hello doctor,

Thank you for the reply.

Valacyclovir tablet is only available in 500 mg. They want it to be exactly 500 mg in the prescription to deliver the medicine. As the pharmacy is not dispensing the medication without a proper prescription, can a proper prescription be provided?

Kindly help

Answered by Dr. J. N. Naidu

Hello,

Glad to have you back!

Kindly understand that medication can only be suggested.

Prescription facilities can be availed only through video consultation. It varies from country to country to accept a prescription through video consultation also.

Thank you.

Same symptoms don't mean you have the same problem. Consult a doctor now!

Dr. J. N. Naidu
Dr. J. N. Naidu

General Practitioner

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